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Kidney stones - Prevention

Alternative Names

Renal calculi; Nephrolithiasis; Stones - kidney

Prevention:

If you have a history of stones, drink plenty of fluids (6 - 8 glasses of water per day) to produce enough urine. Depending on the type of stone, you might need to take medications or other measures to prevent the stones from returning.

  • Reviewed last on: 8/14/2007
  • Charles Silberbreg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with NY Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.